1.098 € Cheap Flights from Sydney to Zanzibar

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in October.

Sydney to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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Sydney to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found1.098 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Zanzibar is 1.098 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.098 €.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Zanzibar is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Sunday, 19 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar eight hours behind Sydney.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SYD to ZNZ flight.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to ZNZ route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Currently, 509 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.098 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to ZNZ if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SYD to ZNZ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zanzibar. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ZNZ in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Morogoro is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without dropping by Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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